Clavoxone is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Clavoxone have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Clavoxone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Clavoxone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clavoxone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Clavoxone's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Clavoxone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Clavoxone is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clavoxone contraindications section.
Additionally, Clavoxone may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Clavoxone is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clavoxone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Clavoxone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Clavoxone without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clavoxone safe during breastfeeding?
Clavoxone does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clavoxone on the Kidneys?
Clavoxone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clavoxone on the Liver?
Clavoxone can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Clavoxone on the Heart?
Clavoxone has very mild side effects on the heart.
Clavoxone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clavoxone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clavoxone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clavoxone has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clavoxone. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Clavoxone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clavoxone in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clavoxone
You can take Clavoxone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clavoxone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clavoxone with alcohol will be.
Clavoxone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Clavoxone should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 3 - 7-day course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Clavoxone can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Clavoxone can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Clavoxone does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
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